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How are Teeth affected by Fluorides and Acids ?

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Written by Alitsa   
Tuesday, 29 April 2008
A lot of people desire to have a brilliant smile with shiny and sparkling bright teeth. To achieve it, they consume lots of money on teeth whitening products. Teeth bleaching is just one of the few teeth whitening treatments.
 
Dentist will tell you if it's appropriate for you to undergo a teeth whitening treatment and will recommend it if you are.  First the dentist will apply a gel or rubber shield on gums so that the soft tissue will not be damaged. Then they will apply the bleaching product to the teeth by means of a tray which will fit the shape of your mouth. After this the dentist would just give you some instructions and you'll continue the treatment at home.
 
There are lots of whitening teeth products that are made available. These are effective in removing stain and enhance the entire appearance of your teeth but it would not affect the natural color of your teeth. Once your teeth undergo a whitening treatment, a whitening paste can be helpful to make the effect last longer.

There are many ways to keep your teeth white. Try cutting down the amount of food that you eat or drink that causes a stain or discoloration of your teeth. Also stop smoking and make a habit to brush your teeth three times a day to prevent staining or discoloring of your teeth.  
 
Other Information Sources :
 
Mortenson Family Dental
This gap provides a pathway for bacteria and acids ... you may have such a crack into the pulp of the affected ... help prevent decay on the smooth surfaces of teeth; however, fluorides ...
mortensonfamilydental.com/resources.html

Montana's News Station - Fair. Accurate.
To keep your teeth healthy, it is important to have a ... Only the gums are affected, and it is reversible. ... Fluorides: Using fluorides is one of the most effective ways ...
montanasnewsstation.com

Ask a Dentist - Common dental questions
The acids in plaque stick to teeth, dissolve the enamel and create holes called cavities. ... to the outside of the mouth or cheek in the affected area. ...
tomclarkdds.com/dentists/dentalquestions.php

AGD - Oral Health Resource
The acids produced and released by bacteria found in tartar irritate gums. ... to floss daily, brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste twice daily and visit ...
agd.org/public/oralhealth/Default.asp?IssID=312&Topic=M&ArtID=1266

Dental HealthCare, Dental Care, Tooth Bleaching, Dental Plan, Indian ...
Teeth lack enamel and have many pulp tubules, hence the name of the order Tubulidentata. ... As a last resort, teeth affected by caries may ...
livemedinfo.com/Tooth.htm

Beware Effects Of Acid On Teeth, Food, Drinks Containing
Generally, Rosen says, you can't repair affected teeth with simple fillings. ... cheese or swishing with water or a fluoride rinse could help neutralize the acid. ...
cbsnews.com

Dental Care: Baby's Health
When the enamel is affected in this manner, the teeth are weakened. ... Fluoride can inhibit bacterial enzyme systems which convert sugars into acids ...
parenting.ivillage.com/baby/bhealth/0,,3xdv-p,00.html
 

 

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 06 May 2008 )